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Acquire has announced via Weekly Famitsu that C.A.R.D.S. RPG: The Misty Battlefield will be making its way to Switch. The roguelike deckbuilding RPG will release on the system in 2024.

Not much is known about the game as of yet, but Acquire has confirmed that it will follow the adventures of a valorous band of warriors named the Clausewitz Mercenaries. Players can look forward to a card-based battle system, stages shrouded in mist, and roguelike elements that promote the use of different strategies as players progress through the game.

Xaladia: Rise of the Space Pirates X2 DLC

A ton of games launched on the Switch eShop yesterday, but one new title you might not be aware of is Xaladia: Rise of the Space Pirates X2. Though it was previously announced for the console, it turns out you can buy it right now.

Xaladia: Rise of the Space Pirates X2 is the first self-published release from Acquire – the company behind Tenchu, Way of the Samurai, Akiba’s Trip, and Octopath Traveler. We shared the news originally, but here’s some information about the game:

Xaladia: Rise of the Space Pirates X2

Aquire today announced Xaladia: Rise of the Space Pirates X2, a new twin-stick shooter for Switch. The game is on track to launch later in 2023.

Xaladia: Rise of the Space Pirates X2 is notable as it’s the first self-published release from Acquire. The company previously worked on the Octopath Traveler series, Tenchu, Way of the Samurai, and Akiba’s Trip.

3D dungeon crawler Labyrinth of Zangetsu launched last week on Switch, and now the first twenty five minutes of the game are available for viewing for those interested in checking out what Acquire’s latest title has to offer.

Learn more about the game with the overview below:

Labyrinth of Zangetsu trailer

To celebrate the western launch of Labyrinth of Zangetsu, PQube has come through with a new trailer. We have a final look at the 3D dungeon crawler.

For more information about the game, check out the following overview:

Labyrinth of Zangetsu release date

Publisher PQube and developer Acquire have set a release date for the western version of Labyrinth of Zangetsu, with the game due out in just a few days. It’ll launch in both North America and Europe on April 20, 2023.

Labyrinth of Zangetsu has been available in Japan since September. PQube announced localization plans last summer with a launch target of Q1 2023.

We have some information about the game below.

Kamiwaza Way of the Thief gameplay

A new round of gameplay has surfaced for Kamiwaza: Way of the Thief. 25 minutes of footage puts the spotlight on the re-release of the PS2 stealth action title.

Further information can be found in the following overview:

Kamiwaza: Way of the Thief trailer

The stealth action game Kamiwaza: Way of the Thief – returning from the PS2 era – is celebrating its launch on Switch with a new trailer. NIS America has started to release the game today.

Here’s an overview of the title:

Labyrinth of Zangetsu English

Original (8/16): According to various retailer listings, Labyrinth of Zangetsu will be receiving an English release in the west. PQube will be localizing the game and it will launch in North America and Europe in Q1 2023.

Labyrinth of Zangetsu was first announced for Switch in January 2021. The game will make its debut this September in Japan. 

Adventure Academia The Fractured Continent English

Adventure Academia: The Fractured Continent had already been confirmed for English release, but we now know that it will be available later in 2022. PQube will be handling the title overseas.

Acquire first announced the project for Switch last month. In Japan, it already has a confirmed date of September 9, 2022.


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